{
  "id": 19190135,
  "title": "How to get the Hookshot in Ocarina of Time",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/09/how-to-get-the-hookshot-in-ocarina-of-time",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-11-09T17:57:21.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Polygon",
    "slug": "polygon",
    "url": "https://www.polygon.com/zelda-ocarina-of-time-oot-remake-hookshot-how-to-get/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, the Hookshot is an essential item for progressing through the game. After opening the Door of Time, Sheik suggests visiting Kakariko Village before heading to the Forest Temple. Once there, players can interact with two laughing men near a house or explore the graveyard to learn about the ghost of gravekeeper Dampé. The diary in Dampé's cabin reveals that he once owned the Hookshot and buried it with him. To obtain the Hookshot, players must visit Dampé's Grave, which appears as a grave near a soft soil spot. At night, an eerie mist emanates from the grave, but it can be interacted with at any time. After entering the grave, players will find themselves in a cavern where Dampé is offering the Hookshot as a prize for winning his race. The race is challenging, with Dampé using purple fire as guideposts to keep track of players. Successfully completing the race grants the Hookshot, which can then be used to reach the Forest Temple and solve other puzzles.",
  "summary": "The Hookshot in Ocarina of Time is essential, but easy to miss. Here's how to get Ocarina of Time's Hookshot and tips for clearing Dampe's race",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}